check out

verb

1. intr to pay the bill and depart, esp from a hotel
2. intr to depart from a place; record one's departure from work
3. to investigate or prove to be in order after investigation

   the police checked out all the statements

   their credentials checked out

4. informal.
   tr to have a look at; inspect

   check out the wally in the pink shirt

noun

1. 1. the latest time for vacating a room in a hotel, etc
   2. ( as modifier )

      checkout time

2. a counter, esp in a supermarket, where customers pay

Example Sentences

The Dutchman twice battled back from two legs down in the Group G decider but failed to check out at 112 on his throw and Joyce nailed 80 to seal victory.

From BBC

Within that ranking, “Election Night” was the perfect combination of checking in and checking out.

From Salon

And because you need to eat, check out these comfort food recipes tailored for Election Day feelings-eating.

From Salon

She said he never mentioned how he was feeling until he asked to part ways, and by then, he'd mentally checked out of the marriage.

From Salon

You can also check out your local hardware store for Corona Tools’ BP13630, a.k.a. the Yard Essentials pocket pruner.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• inspect
• investigate